Policy Masterclass

Germany's Experience with Renewable Energy

Over five days in Berlin and Hamburg, Germany, participants explored renewable energy, workforce development, and sustainable urban planning.

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Policy Testimony

Election Procedures and Voter Registration Systems

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Policy

October Question of the Month

What is the higher education accreditation process, and what are Southern states considering changing?

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Regional Collaboration

Midyear Virtual Committee Meetings

Collaboration that guides our work for the year ahead.

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Policy Testimony

Hemp Beverage Policies

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Policy Masterclass

Smart Growth Strategies from Outside the South

Over three days in Salt Lake City, Utah, participants examined initiatives related to smart growth, housing, water management, and statewide planning strategies.

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Policy

Issue Brief

Lawsuits and Legislation: What’s Happening with Glyphosate-based Herbicides

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About CSG South

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The CSG South Member States

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